Cyclohexane,1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachloro-, (1a,2b,3a,4b,5a,6b)- cas no:319-85-7

NameCyclohexane,1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachloro-, (1a,2b,3a,4b,5a,6b)-
CAS319-85-7
SynonymsCyclohexane,1,2,3,4,5,6-hexachloro-, b- (8CI); b-1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexachlorocyclohexane;b-666; b-BHC; b-Benzene hexachloride; b-HCH; b-Hexachloran; b-Hexachlorobenzene; b-Hexachlorocyclohexane; b-Lindane
EINECS(EC#)206-271-3
Molecular FormulaC6H6 Cl6
Molecular Weight290.82

refractive index1.533
storage tempAPPROX 4°C

Hazard F,T,N
Safety

Confirmed carcinogen with experimental neoplastigenic data. Mildly toxic by ingestion. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Cl⁻, HCl, and phosgene. See also BENZENE HEXACHLORIDE and other benzenehexachloride entries.
Analytical Methods: 
For occupational chemical analysis use NIOSH: aldrin and lindane, 5502.
Safety Information of trans-α-Benzenehexachloride (CAS NO.319-85-7):
Hazard Codes: F,T,N
Risk Statements: 11-23/24/25-39/23/24/25-50/53-40-25-21
11:  Highly Flammable
21:  Harmful in contact with skin 
23:  Toxic by inhalation 
24:  Toxic in contact with skin 
25:  Toxic if swallowed 
39:  Danger of very serious irreversible effects 
40:  Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect 
50:  Very Toxic to aquatic organisms
53:  May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Safety Statements: 7-16-24-45-36/37-61-60-22
7:  Keep container tightly closed
16:  Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking
22:  Do not breathe dust 
24:  Avoid contact with skin 
36:  Wear suitable protective clothing  
37:  Wear suitable gloves 
45:  In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)
61:  Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet 
62:  If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label 

Organism	Test Type	Route	Reported Dose (Normalized Dose)	Effect	Source
mouse	LDLo	oral	1500mg/kg (1500mg/kg)	BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY) BEHAVIORAL: ATAXIA LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: DYSPNEA	Pharmacology and Toxicology. English translation of FATOAO. Vol. 22, Pg. 273, 1959.
rat	LD50	oral	6gm/kg (6000mg/kg)		Alimentation et la Vie. Vol. 43, Pg. -, 1955.